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The Makaton Vocabulary: Using manual signs and graphic symbols to develop interpersonal communication

Nicola Grove Makaton Vocabulary Development Project, 31 Firwood Drive, Camberley, Surrey GU15.3QD, England
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Margaret Walker Makaton Vocabulary Development Project, 31 Firwood Drive, Camberley, Surrey GU15.3QD, England
Pages 15-28 | Published online: 12 Jul 2009
 
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Abstract

The Makaton Vocabulary provides an approach to the teaching of communication and language skills, using manual signs and/or graphic symbols, accompanied by speech. The vocabulary is open ended, based around a common core of functional concepts. It originated in the United Kingdom, and is now used internationally by students with a wide variety of language and communication difficulties, and those who share their lives. This paper outlines the development and application of the system.

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